I think that is normal practice. I'm advised by the clerk that this is how they are instructed and trained to serve the committee. However, you also know that witnesses often come before the committee and bring copies of their notes in one official language, so we can't circulate them. I don't think we can force the witnesses and say they can't speak to us until we get their documents in both official languages. But the clerk will not circulate one-language documents until they are translated, which is the normal requirement of all committees.
But I think your point is well taken. The clerk assures me that is standard practice, and this motion is to the effect of that requirement.
Do you want to withdraw it? Yes.
Are there any further amendments or discussion?
(Motion agreed to) [See Minutes of Proceedings]